My interest in counselling, personal development and therapy started over 30 years ago and was partially inspired by the help I received as a client. I initially trained in body therapies such as holistic massage and some years later, I began my formal studies in counselling at West Kent College in Tonbridge. I then went on to study for a BACP Accredited
With over 22 years of counselling experience, I truly believe that the majority of problems clients bring to counselling stem from inadequate relationships with their parents, siblings or whoever took care of them. The effects of these poor relationships so often carry over into adulthood, affecting all our current relationships. This is a common scenario
Counselling Plus is a charity which offers confidential counselling to people aged 16 years plus, in the local area, at such times of stress, change, pain or loss. One of our main aims is to provide an affordable service for those on low income or living on benefits. An opportunity has arisen to join a mental health service which makes a difference
Counselling for individuals and couples. Counselling for relationships, anxiety, stress, loss/bereavement/grief, 'stuck', personal growth, dysfunctional patterns, low confidence, mild to moderate depression, and an array of personal emotional concerns. Hypnotherapy for individuals if desired/relevant.
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I am an experienced and qualified counsellor and psychotherapist working in Eastbourne, Hastings and East Sussex. I have a warm, welcoming and empathic approach which is non-judgemental and moves at a pace appropriate for each client. I hold a post-graduate diploma in counselling as well as other qualifications in hypnotherapy and solution-focused psychotherapy